Meter Replacement Violations Will Face Penalties – FCCPC To Ikeja, Eko DisCos

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Meter FCCPC Ikeja Eko DisCos

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a stern warning to Ikeja and Eko Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), cautioning them against disregarding its directive regarding meter replacements. FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, reaffirmed on Wednesday that the commission’s directive to halt all replacement activities involving Unistar meters remains in force … Read more

Gunmen Attack Army Checkpoint In Abia, Kill Two Soldiers

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Gunmen have attacked an army checkpoint in Abia and killed two personnel. EKO HOT BLOG reports that gunmen on Wednesday attacked an army checkpoint in Ekenobizi, a border community between Abia and Imo states in Umuopara, Umuahia South Local Government Area, killing two soldiers. EDITOR’S PICKS  Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect … Read more

Law Violation: Libya Deports Seven Nigerians, Others

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The Libyan government has deported seven Nigerians and others over violation of law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Department for Combating Illegal Migration in Libya, Migrant Rescue Watch has deported seven Nigerians, three Bangladeshis, and three Ghanaians detained at the Qanfoudah Immigration Detention Centre. EDITOR’S PICKS  Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes … Read more

Epe Local Government Chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun, Visits Accident Victims at General Hospital Epe

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Ekohotblog reports that the Chairman of Epe Local Government, Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, visited the General Hospital Epe (GHE) to sympathize with the victims of the tragic accident that occurred on Monday, November 11, 2024.   During the visit, she paid the full medical bills of all the victims and promised to provide more support … Read more

Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom Mourns Lives Lost in Monday’s Tragic Accident

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Ekohotblog reports that His Royal Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr) Shefiu Olatunji Adewale (Bamgbopa Eshinlokun I), the Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, has expressed his deep sorrow and sympathy following a tragic accident in Epe on Monday morning, November 11, 2024. The accident, which occurred at Aiyetoro Bus Stop, claimed several lives and left many others injured. … Read more

BREAKING: Another Petrol Tanker Explodes in Jigawa

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A fuel-laden tanker has caught fire in Jigawa State, located in North West Nigeria. The incident occurred at the Jigawa-Kano border and caused panic among onlookers. Aliyu M. A., Public Relations Officer for the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in Jigawa State, confirmed the incident to the media on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS  Electricity … Read more

Lagos Govt Nabs 94 During Midnight Raid On Rail Track Squatters

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The Lagos State Government has arrested 94 persons during a midnight operation on rail track squatters. In a post on X, the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab announced the operation on Wednesday. EDITOR’S PICKS  Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential Win … Read more

NECO Clears Payment Delays, Pays Full Allowances to 2024 SSCE Examiners

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The National Examinations Council (NECO) has confirmed the full payment of allowances to all 72,138 examiners it hired as ad-hoc staff for the 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE). In response to rumors suggesting that the council intentionally withheld payments, NECO clarified that delays were caused by incorrect bank details submitted by some examiners, temporarily … Read more

Education Minister, Alausa Orders Suspension of 13 FGC Enugu Students Over Bullying

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Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, speaking at the National Strategic Meeting on Research Development and Innovation

The federal government has suspended 13 students of Federal Government College, Enugu, following a recent bullying incident that sparked outrage on social media. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that the incident, which occurred on November 7, 2024, involved a gang assault of an SS1 day student by a group of fellow students. A disturbing video of … Read more

EFCC Arrests Ex-NCDMB Boss Wabote Over $35m Brass Project Fraud

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Timber Kesiye Wabote, former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), over allegations of misappropriating $35 million linked to the stalled Brass Project in Bayelsa State. The investigation links Wabote to a misuse of public funds intended for a large-scale refinery and … Read more

Edo: Gov Okpebholo Suspends Revenue Collections, Orders Arrest Of Defaulters

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Edo Election INEC Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate and indefinite suspension of all revenue collections in the state especially in motor parks until further notice. This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, on Wednesday in Benin. Okpebholo also ordered the State Commissioner of … Read more

NiDCOM Celebrates 5 Years of Impact as House Committee Lauds Abike Dabiri on Diaspora Engagement

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The House Committee on Diaspora Affairs, led by its Chairman, Hon. Tochukwu Chinedu Okere, has commended the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) for its exceptional achievements since its establishment five years ago. Hon. Okere made this statement during an oversight visit to the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission in Abuja. He noted the efforts of Chairman/CEO … Read more

Epe Accidents: Osinaike Expresses Deep Sorrow Over Aiyetoro Market Tragedy

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Ekohotblog reports that following the tragic accident at Aiyetoro Bus Stop on Monday morning, which took the lives of several people and left others injured, Tutor General/Permanent Secretary Olusegun Olawale Osinaike has shared a heartfelt message of sympathy with the Epe community.   The accident, which happened around 8 a.m. on Monday morning, has deeply … Read more

19 Directors Pass First Stage of Permanent Secretary Exam, 19 Fail

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Directors Permanent Secretary Exam

Out of 38 directors competing for permanent secretary positions in the Federal Civil Service, half have failed to pass the qualifying examination. In October, the Federal Government, through the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), initiated the selection process to fill vacant permanent secretary roles across eight states. EDITOR’S PICKS  … Read more

FA Probes Video Of Referee Coote’s Alleged Comments On Jurgen Klopp

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The Football Association (FA) has launched its own investigation into a video that appears to show Premier League referee David Coote using offensive language to refer to former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The refereeing body, Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), has already suspended Coote pending a full investigation. EDITOR’S PICKS  Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more

Nigerian Defence Academy Opens 77th Regular Course Applications for 2024 (How to Apply)

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The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially opened online applications for the 77th Regular Course, offering both male and female Nigerian candidates the opportunity to enroll in military and academic training programs. Applications, which started on November 6, 2024, will remain open until April 30, 2025. Successful candidates will undergo five years of academic and … Read more

Full List of Trump’s Picks for Key Appointments in His Upcoming Administration

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Trump Speech

US President-elect Donald Trump is unveiling key appointments for his incoming administration, offering a glimpse of his priorities as he prepares to assume office. Trump has named Florida Republican Rep. Mike Waltz as his national security adviser and Pete Hegseth, a veteran and co-host of Fox & Friends Weekend, as secretary of defense. Former Arkansas Governor … Read more

SAGA Foundation Was Born from the Tragic Death of My Father – Amb. Shola Agboola

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Ambassador Shola Agboola, founder of the Shola Agboola Goodwill Ambassador Foundation (SAGA), has revealed that the tragic death of his father inspired the creation of the foundation. This revelation came during the unveiling of medical equipment donated to hospitals in Lagos State at an event held in Isolo. On Saturday, November 9, 2024, Eko Club … Read more

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